Home Help & Housekeeping in Wigan

Home help and housekeeping in Wigan supports those unable to manage day-to-day cleaning and home maintenance tasks, or whose energy is better spent resting. Our home help and housekeeping service can assist if you suffer from health conditions that cause limited mobility, fatigue, or any other illnesses or injuries that mean you could benefit from help with tasks that involve reaching, heavy lifting, and other potentially dangerous movements. Wherever you live in Wigan, from Standish to Garswood, our thorough service utilises the skills of our dedicated Care Professionals to manage all manner of home tasks, adapt as your needs change, and keep your home looking pristine while you enjoy more time with loved ones.

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Highest regulatory ratingsCare for  18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
Highest regulatory ratingsCare for  18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10

Why Home Instead?

Personalised home help that starts with listening

Your situation is unique - your home help should be too. We match our Care Professionals based on skills, interests and personality, so everything is tailored to you.

20 years of trusted experience

We exceed UK regulatory standards, rank highly on Homecare.co.uk, and our qualified Care Professionals are trained to the highest standard so you can have complete peace of mind.

A simple, seamless set-up

No jargon, no pressure, no long waits. We'll guide you through every step at your pace, with transparent pricing from day one.

Flexible, unhurried support at home

Whether it's an occasional hour of tidying, or a regular deep clean to make the home safer, we manage chores so you can remain independent in the place you love.

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Home care in Wigan

Home care in Wigan supports people to live independently and comfortably in the place they know best - home. Enter postcode of the person to find your nearest office and local care team.

  • Wigan

    We provide award winning care in Wigan , Hindley , Standish , Ince-in-Makerfield , Pemberton and the surrounding areas

  • Leigh

    We provide award winning care in Ashton-in-Makerfield , Atherton , Golborne , Irlam , Tyldesley and the surrounding areas

  • Hindley
  • Standish
  • Ince-in-Makerfield
  • Pemberton
  • Winstanley
  • Billinge
  • Hindley Green
  • Kitt Green
  • Aspull
  • Shevington
  • Orrell Post
  • Orrell
  • Gidlow
  • Marus Bridge
  • New Springs
  • Garswood
  • Spring View
  • Higher End
  • Lamberhead Green
  • Standish Lower Ground
  • Spring Bank
  • Poolstock
  • Bickershaw
  • Worsley Mesnes
  • Swinley
  • Laithwaite
  • Shevington Moor
  • Whelley
  • Downall Green
  • Springfield
  • Worthington
  • Bryn
  • Bottling Wood
  • Norley
  • Tontine
  • Scholes
  • Crooke
  • Pennington Green
  • Haigh
  • Beech Hill
  • Newtown
  • Marylebone
  • Hawkley
  • Gathurst
  • Red Rock
  • Highfield
  • Thornhill
  • Goose Green
  • Marsh Green
  • Longshaw
  • Leyland Green
  • Longshoot
  • Wallgate
  • Low Green
  • Whitley
  • Aspull Moor
  • Far Moor
  • The Bell
  • Chadwick Green
  • Tithe Barn Hillock
  • Castle Hill
  • Higher Ince
  • Greater Manchester
  • Ashton-in-Makerfield
  • Atherton
  • Golborne
  • Irlam
  • Tyldesley
  • Platt Bridge
  • Hag Fold
  • Little Hulton
  • Astley
  • Peel Green
  • Abram
  • Cadishead
  • Greenheys
  • Howe Bridge
  • Stubshaw Cross
  • Higher Folds
  • Plank Lane
  • Lowton Common
  • Shakerley
  • Hindsford
  • Dangerous Corner
  • Marsland Green
  • Bryn Gates
  • Bamfurlong
  • Town of Lowton
  • Leigh
  • Lower Green
  • Pennington
  • Westleigh
  • Edge Green
  • Lilford
  • Blackmoor
  • Town Green
  • Diggle Green
  • Lane Head
  • Barton Moss
  • Lower Irlam
  • Higher Irlam
  • Middle Hulton
  • Lowton Heath
  • Lowton St Luke's
  • Lowton St Mary's
  • Parr Bridge
  • Higher Green
  • Astley Green
  • Aspull Common
  • Land Side
  • New Hall Farm
  • Gin Pit

Trusted, Personalised Home Care in Wigan

Running a home can be more taxing for those with health conditions. You may have mobility issues that make it vital to clear away clutter, live with dementia and struggle to remember to feed pets, or you are beginning to find dusting and vacuuming strenuous as you age. Data suggests around 10,000 people aged 65+ in Greater Manchester fall each year, so it is vital to reduce any activities that could lead to injuries. Delegating chores can feel uncomfortable, which is why our team endeavours to do things the way you like them. From a few hours of ad-hoc cleaning, to ongoing support, to short-term post-hospital help, we prioritise continuity so you always see a familiar face, and your house continues to feel clean, tidy and stress-free.

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Our Community Partners

  • Alzheimer
  • Parkinsons
  • Homecare Association
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Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!

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Our Care Starts With Connection

Our Wigan-based Care Professionals focus on helping older adults maintain their usual routines within their neighbourhood. Whether you need help keeping up with your street’s bin day schedule, or connecting with Wigan tradespeople for essential home repairs, our committed team can assist, and combine home help with more general home care or companionship if required – our tailored service puts your needs first. “Home Instead have been involved with care arrangements for us for over a year. Initially, the care was for my wife, but now for me. We both have a wonderful rapport with the carers. They arrived promptly, are very friendly and happy to assist with numerous tasks around the house.” – Home Instead client, via Homecare.co.uk

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Our Home Care Services

We're ready to help you make an informed, confident choice for your loved one, with bespoke and easily-adapted packages designed around their needs.

  • Hourly Home Care

    Hourly Home Care

    When your loved one begins to need more frequent support, our flexible home care solutions help them stay safe and independent at home. We don't take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we personalise your experience with responsive, attentive, and genuinely compassionate care, so you can feel reassured they are in capable hands.

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  • Respite Home Care

    Respite Home Care

    We understand how overwhelming it can be to leave your loved one if they live with a condition like dementia, arthritis, or diabetes. Our highly experienced Care Professionals are matched based on their specialist knowledge and expertise, so you can feel content knowing your loved one's health conditions are carefully monitored and managed.

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  • Overnight Home Care

    Overnight Home Care

    We are proud to be the benchmark for exceptional care, so all of our qualified Care Professionals receive training that goes above and beyond the industry standard. When it comes to complex health conditions, you can rest assured that your loved one's safety and wellbeing is always a top priority.

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  • Live-in Home Care

    Live-in Home Care

    Our live-in care provides round-the-clock support and offers a welcome alternative to residential care, empowering your loved one to remain independent in the environment they know. With person-centred care from someone they recognise, older individuals can benefit from familiarity, friendship, and a consistent care plan.

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Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!

Janet, Client's Family

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Home Instead provide first class care. My care professionals are patient, kind and very reliable. I am very happy with the service they provide

Paul, Client

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As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.

Elisie, Client

Our Wigan Team is With You Through Every Step

Seeing a familiar face each visit, whether for home help, companionship, or both, means you can rest easy knowing your home is in good hands. You may require hands-off support in maintaining your own home, or regular done-for-you housekeeping to take over any tasks that could cause you injury, pain or fatigue, whatever your needs, our Care Professionals can help. From preparing meals and changing bedding, to helping with grocery shopping and doing dishes, having chores done the way you like can empower you to spend more time with the people who matter, and even enjoy more of what Wigan has to offer. Take a relaxing walk around Mesnes Park knowing your home will be spotless when you return, or meet friends for a game of Buzz Bingo.

A man cuts tomatoes on a board while a woman watches in a kitchen with white tiles. - Home Instead

Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
  • A round badge reads “Top 20 Home Care Group Award 2026, homecare.co.uk” in blue and white. - Home Instead
  • PRTA 2025 Logo - Home Instead
  • Green graphic stating "95% of clients recommend" with a note about a 2025 PEAQ satisfaction survey. - Home Instead
  • HCA Home Care Awards Winner 2025 logo with green, blue, and gray text and wavy lines. - Home Instead
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We deliver tailored home care to the Wigan community to nurture wellbeing and independence.

We adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.

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Our home help services in Wigan provide compassionate assistance with daily tasks, ensuring comfort and independence for your loved ones.

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Our dementia care in Wigan is designed by experts and is City & Guilds Assured, so you know your loved one is receiving only the very best care. Our Care Professionals focus on creating an environment that's calm and consistent, while maintaining dignity and familiar routines to reduce confusion and keep clients comfortable.

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Having someone stay in your home to provide care can feel daunting, but our live-in care solutions help to bring older adults more independence and enjoy a greater sense of wellbeing. If you value the peace of mind that comes with knowing there is always someone nearby, live-in care in Wigan could be an excellent alternative to a care home.

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The right support is crucial when managing pain and end-of-life care. Our palliative care focuses on dignity and enables your loved one to remain in the place they feel happiest. We provide considerate palliative care in Wigan, so you can spend more meaningful moments together while we carefully manage their pain and comfort.

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Taking a break from caring can feel impossible if your loved one is lonely or has challenging health conditions, but our respite care in Wigan is designed to step in with dependable care at any time. Whether you're recharging your batteries or managing other commitments, our Care Professionals can provide reliable support, so you can take time to yourself without disrupting routines.

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Discover personalised, flexible personal care for older adults in Wigan, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Wigan, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Wigan, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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We adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.

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